President Bola Tinubu has ordered key economic officials to develop urgent measures to reduce the impact of the Middle East crisis on Nigerians amid rising fuel prices and economic pressure.
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed key economic officials to develop urgent measures aimed at cushioning the impact of the ongoing Middle East crisis on Nigerians.
Tinubu issued the directive on Friday at a civic reception in Yenagoa after inaugurating several projects executed by Bayelsa State Governor, Douye Diri.
He instructed the Ministries of Finance and Budget, alongside the Head of Civil Service, Mrs. Didi Esther Walson-Jack, to immediately explore strategies to reduce economic pressure on citizens.
According to a statement issued by presidential spokesperson Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President acknowledged the strain caused by rising global fuel prices linked to the crisis.
“Yes, I hear you from various angles of the economy. The fuel prices are biting hard, but we must also reflect on global realities,” Tinubu said.
He assured Nigerians that his administration would work with relevant ministries to introduce practical interventions aimed at easing hardship.
“This is a government that cares. We will look at the numbers with the Ministry of Finance and Budget to ease the burden,” he added.
Tinubu reaffirmed the commitment of the All Progressives Congress (APC) government to improving citizens’ welfare through infrastructure and economic reforms.
He stated that governance must translate into tangible benefits such as roads, bridges, power, jobs, and opportunities that improve daily living conditions.
The President commended Governor Douye Diri for delivering projects aligned with the Renewed Hope Agenda, describing them as transformative.
He inaugurated several key projects, including a 60-megawatt gas-fired independent power plant in Elebele, a 630-metre Angiama–Oporoma Bridge, and a new Yenagoa city road.
Tinubu noted that stronger collaboration between federal and state governments remains essential for accelerating development and delivering results to citizens.
He also reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to achieving energy sufficiency, recalling earlier efforts in supporting independent power initiatives.
The President observed a minute’s silence in honour of fallen soldiers and former Bayelsa State Governor, DSP Alamieyeseigha.
Governor Douye Diri, in his remarks, said federal support enabled the state to complete major infrastructure projects, particularly in the power sector, improving connectivity and economic activity across Bayelsa State.
Visit GMTNewsng for more news stories.
